Edgar Allan Poe has appeared in popular culture as a character in books, comics, film, and other media.
His appearances in popular culture often envision him as a sort of "mad genius" or "tormented artist", exploiting his personal struggles.
[2] This article focuses specifically on the historical Edgar Allan Poe making appearances in fiction, television, and film.
[60] The influence of Edgar Allan Poe on the art of music has been considerable and long-standing, with the works, life and image of the horror fiction writer and poet inspiring composers and musicians from diverse genres for more than a century.
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